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    Mapagpalalo (en. Arrogant)

    ma-pag-pa-la-lo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    A trait describing a person who has a high opinion of themselves.
    He is arrogant and does not know how to listen to others' opinions.
    Siya ay mapagpalalo at hindi marunong makinig sa opinyon ng iba.
    Refers to a person who boasts or brags about their achievements.
    His arrogant behavior makes him unpopular with others.
    Ang kanyang mapagpalalong pag-uugali ay hindi siya ginugustuhan ng iba.
    A person who seems to disregard the appreciation from others.
    In his arrogant view, he alone deserves to succeed.
    Sa kanyang mapagpalalong pananaw, siya lamang ang may karapatang magtagumpay.

    Etymology

    derived from the root word 'palalo', meaning arrogant or lofty.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    arrogant behavior
    A type of behavior that highlights pride.
    mapagpalalo na pag-uugali
    arrogant in success
    Showing pride due to achieved successes.
    mapagpalalo sa tagumpay

    Related Words

    arrogant
    A person with a high view of themselves.
    palalo
    boastful
    A person who brags about themselves or their achievements.
    nagmamataas

    Slang Meanings

    arrogant
    The arrogant ones in the group always take the lead in boasting.
    Ang mga mapagpalalo sa barkada, palaging nauuna sa pagmayabang.
    fierce
    That arrogant person seems always ready to fight.
    Yung mapagpalalo na tao, parang laging handang makipag-away.
    bold or daring
    He's arrogant, but he's tough when faced with challenges.
    Mapagpalalo siya, pero matibay ang loob niya sa mga hamon.